New York State Police conducted an Underage Drinking Initiative in Otsego County on Jan. 13. All 14 retail businesses that were checked were found to be in compliance. 11 of those businesses were in Oneonta while 2 are in Worcester and 1 is in Schenevus. Retail establishments are checked utilizing a trooper in plain cloths … Read more
An investigation into a stolen credit card results in a Town of Oneonta man facing charges. The Otsego County Sheriff’s Office says the investigation resulted in Scott Sieger being taken into custody on Jan. 9. No details were provided on when the theft occurred. Sieger was given an appearance ticket for 2 counts of Criminal … Read more
Governor Andrew Cuomo canceled plans to travel to Washington for the inauguration of Joe Biden due to potential demonstrations that may occur around the state Capitol. The governor said state law enforcement agencies have made preparations for possible Albany protests that may be held in connection with the presidential inauguration. Cuomo said he sent “best … Read more
The Otsego County Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for this year’s Leadership Otsego program. If you have an employee in your firm that could benefit from Leadership training to help you grow your company, you should enroll them in this 6 month program where they will also gain a greater understanding of the region … Read more
Oneonta Mayor Gary Herzig will deliver his annual State of the City address on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. preceding the City Council meeting. Mayor Herzig’s address will focus on how we are preparing to turn the corner from “Survive” to “Thrive” as we head into the new year The State of the City address and … Read more
The SUNY Oneonta College Council is meeting Jan. 27 at 4:30 p.m. via online teleconference. The agenda includes a discussion of the college’s spring reopening plans along with updates on emrollment, the budget and a report from the college’s representative to the SUNY Association of College Trustees College councils have specific statutory powers, such as … Read more
The Otsego County Health Department reports three new COVID-19 exposures. They were at the Richfield Veterans Club on Jan. 8 through Jan. 10, the Genesee Tap Room between Jan. 8 through Jan. 13 and the Sixth Ward Athetic Club in Oneonta between Jan. 9 and Jan. 10. Officials say to monitor for COVID-19 symptoms if … Read more
Hartwick College is beginning in-person learning today for J-term students. Those classes were to have started two weeks ago and run through the beginning of the spring semester on Feb. 15. Officials say they’ve been continuously testing faculty and staff with one positive result. Students who tested negative were invited back to campus and checked … Read more
The Southern Tier Chapter of American Red Cross Western New York Region is accepting nominations for their annual Red Heroes Event. The Chapter which covers Chenango, Delaware and Otsego Counties hands out awards to those showing courage, dedication, and unselfish acts in their communities. The proceeds from the 12th annual event supports Red Cross programs … Read more
The parent company of NYSEG makes a $400,000 donation to the Project SHARE Heating Fund. Since its inception nearly 40 years ago the fund which is administered by HeartShare Human Services of New York distributed over $17 million to more than 60,000 residents who are facing a service disconnection and have used up other sources … Read more